South Bay 24

Abrazo 5K Walk & 10K Run

This year’s Abrazo 5K Walk and 10K Run embraces the theme “Get Up, Stand Up.” Inspired by Bob Marley’s words, “One love, one heart, let’s get together and feel all right,” we honor his legacy of using music to uplift voices, champion social justice, and spread messages of love, unity, and resilience.

Casa Familiar continues this spirit through our mission of Advancing Communities—even in the face of adversity—by celebrating the strength of our comunidad.

Join us to uplift community wins and support Casa’s youth and senior programs. As a participant, you’ll help us meet growing needs while celebrating together.

Expect lively Rasta vibes, energizing music, and two special awards presented after the race during a short closing program.

Event Details

The Abrazo 5K Walk & 10K Run takes participants along the scenic San Ysidro–Tijuana border. This year, we’re excited to bring back the Beer Garden — celebrate after the run with a refreshing drink! Beer access is included with your food and drink bracelet.

Welcoming more than 300 participants each year, this annual fundraising event is packed with community spirit, fun, and contagious energy.

Date

Saturday, May 2, 2026

Schedule

• 6:30 AM: Registration

• 7:00 AM: Welcome

• 7:30 AM: 10K Run

• 7:35 AM: 5K Walk

• 8:45 AM - 11 AM: Awards & Raffles

5INCO DE MILES y Las Millas de Oro SD (cinco de mayo and the golden miles).

5INCO DE MILES y Las Millas de Oro SD is a fun, festive race celebrating Cinco de Mayo in the beautiful Chula Vista Bayfront. Created to bring more running events—and more mile races—to the South Bay San Diego community, this event welcomes runners of all ages, speeds, and experience levels.

Set along scenic Bayside Park, the course is perfect for athletes chasing fast times and families looking to enjoy an active holiday together.

Race Options

• 5K – Open to all runners and walkers

• Open Mile 39 and under

• Masters Mile – For athletes 40+

• Kids’ fun 1k – Ages 13 and under

• Doggy Mile – A fun, untimed mile for participants running or walking with their pets

Giving Back 🐾

Doggy Mile proceeds benefit Kane’s K9s & Animal Rescue, a local nonprofit dedicated to helping abandoned and at-risk animals find loving homes.

Inspired by Mexican heritage and the Battle of Puebla, La Batalla de las Millas blends culture, competition, and community into a unique Cinco de Mayo running experience—because every mile deserves to be celebrated.

Mark your calendars for event #2 of the San Diego Triathlon Series & the Triple Crown of Triathlon

📅 Sunday, August 16, 2026

📍 Chula Vista, CA – San Diego Bayfront

This Year, We are Back to the Fantastic ONE PARK Venue! Start / Transition/ Finish line/ and Beer Garden all in one place! See the beutiful new landscape and the Gaylord Hotel

Dive into one of San Diego’s most exciting and scenic multisport races of the summer! The CVC San Diego Triathlon & 5K is Event #2 in the prestigious San Diego Triathlon Series and part of the coveted Triple Crown of Triathlon. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned competitor, there’s a race here for everyone. 🌊☀️

Set against the calm, warm waters of San Diego Bay, this athlete-friendly race offers flat, fast courses, great for achieving your personal best—and even better for enjoying the beautiful coastal views while you’re at it. After your race, celebrate with friends and family in our on-the-water 🍺Seek Beer Co. - Beer & 🍸Margarita Garden and soak in those post-race vibes!

Race Options

INTERNATIONAL TRIATHLON

1,000 M swim - 38 K (23.3 mi) bike - 10K (6.2 mi) run

Ages 16 & over

SPRINT TRIATHLON

500 M swim – 19K (11.6 mi) bike – 5K (3.1 mi) run

Ages 13 & over

SPRINT RELAY

500 M swim - 19K (11.6 mi) bike - 5k run

Ages 13 & over

SPRINT DUATHLON

1 mile run - 19K (11.6 mi) bike - 5k run

Ages 13 & over

SPRINT AQUABIKE

500 M swim - 19K (11.6 mi) bike

Ages 13 & over

MINI TRIATHLON

200 M swim – 9K (5.8 mi) bike – 2.4K (1.5 mi) run

Ages 11 & over

ITSY BITSY TRIATHLON

100 M swim – 4K (2.3 mi) bike – 1.2K (.75 mi) run

Kids 7-10

SD Tri Series - Chula Vista 5K (3.1 mi) run

Binational Race San Diego–Tijuana is one of the most unique running experiences in the world—connecting two countries, two cultures, and thousands of runners in a single race.

In 2026, participants can choose from three distances: 13.1 miles, 12K, and 10K, all finishing together at the iconic Faro de Playas de Tijuana overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

The 13.1-mile Half Marathon and the new 12K distance both start at Las Americas Premium Outlets in San Ysidro, California. Along the route, runners pass through the scenic Tijuana River Valley, before reaching one of the most unforgettable moments of the race: crossing the international border on foot through the San Ysidro–El Chaparral port of entry.

Running through the far right lane of Interstate 5, participants experience something very few races in the world can offer—crossing from the United States into Mexico alongside thousands of runners. This historic moment is what makes the Binational Race truly special.

With the introduction of the 12K distance, even more runners will have the opportunity to experience this extraordinary cross-border journey.

The 10K distance takes place entirely in Tijuana, offering runners a vibrant city route before joining the final stretch toward the coast.

All three distances share the same unforgettable finish line at the Faro de Playas de Tijuana, where runners celebrate their accomplishment surrounded by ocean views and the energy of the border region.

More than a race, Binational Race is part of a regional movement that celebrates the cultural, social, and human connection between San Diego and Tijuana.

NOTE: You will need to present a Passport, Global Entry or Sentry Card at U.S. Customs/Border when going or returning to the U.S.